Second Week

Things are still going fabulously for us. We really like our neighborhood because it is much calmer and quieter than your average Seoul suburb. We have discovered this place called E-Mart, which has everything and more. In fact, it has all the things that we were told we couldn't get in Korea. We can get anything here. Now, I'm not sure why we stocked up on the things that we did in Seattle. Oh well. You live and then you learn.

Last week we met all the returning teachers to KIS. It felt good to see all the teachers together and meet those we will work with throughout the years. The facility is so new that there are clear many kinks to work out. However, I think those kinks do not compare to how wonderful the school is. We can't wait to show our future visitors the facility. Cork will be here in two weeks and we can't wait! I think we will go fro a dip in the pool tomorrow afternoon. You know...make sure it's safe for the kids...

This past weekend was awesome. Friday, there was a wine and cheese social at school followed up by a gathering at a local Irish pub. That was a good opportunity to meet those we hadn't yet. Saturday, we wandered up the subway to school for some extra work. We ate at a Thai restaurant near the sub stop and walked the 20 minute walk up to school. We really need to take more pictures of school to post here. Maybe this week. That night, we ate some Vietnamese food and made it an early night. We had plans for a hike Sunday morning. The hike was awesome! Koreans love their nature like I've never seen before. Scroll down to see the pics. Buddhist temples up the trail mixed with nice panoramic views made for a great day.

Tomorrow is teacher-parent day. So, I better get to bed. Wish us luck!

Oh yeah...and we have been sweating for about 20,120 minutes so far. It is muggy hot; but August is supposed to be the worst month for that. So, it will pass. I kind of like it in a way.

Checking out the map















Here's a Buddhist temple hidden in the trees















Spectacular!















This is a walled fortress 6 miles in circumference.



















Susan and Tommy taking a breather from the hot sun.















Looking good, sweetheart.















Who's that cheesey dude? Looks like you missed the high-school senior of the year award...oh, well. At least there are the air-guitar championships coming soon.




















This is an average street in the suburbs















Whoa...Nerds!
















This is the view from out apt. The shot is through a screen...that's why it looks funny. But you get the idea.